A Houzz alternative for hiring a pro
Houzz is great for design ideas and browsing professionals’ portfolios. If you simply want to get a job done, like a repair, a roof or an HVAC fix, Lynknester lets you post the job free and hear from a local pro, with an exclusive lead.
Got a job? Post it free
Free for homeowners. Pros join free and pay 15% only on completed jobs, so they compete on the work, not on buying leads.
Lynknester vs Houzz: side by side
| Platform | For homeowners | How pros pay (per public sources) | Is your request shared? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynknester | Free to post a job. | Free to join. 15% only on completed jobs. No lead fees, no contracts. Optional Preferred Listing US$99 (C$139, £75, A$149)/mo. | Each job goes to one pro at a time. The first offer is exclusive; it only moves to the next pro if unanswered. |
| Houzz | Free to browse ideas and professional profiles. | Houzz Pro is business software sold by subscription: Design $99/mo, Pro $199/mo, Teams from $399/mo; advertising packages start at $499/mo (Houzz Pro pricing; Houzz Pro pricing guide). | Homeowners usually contact pros directly from their profiles. |
When each one fits
Use Houzz for inspiration, photos and design-led projects. Use Lynknester when you have a specific job and want a local trade pro without your details being shared around. Many homeowners use both.
How Lynknester works for homeowners
- Post your job free. Describe the work and your location.
- Hear from a pro. Each job goes to one pro at a time. The first offer is exclusive; it only moves to the next pro if unanswered.
- Compare and hire. Check licences, insurance and references before you hire, as you would anywhere.
A note on honesty: Lynknester is new and we operate in the US, Canada, the UK and Australia. Established platforms have bigger audiences and many reviews. We won’t show inflated numbers; what we can promise is the model above.
Competitor details come from the public sources linked above and can change. Houzz is a trademark of its owner. Lynknester is not affiliated with them. Trade pros: see our pro fee comparison.
FAQ
Is Lynknester free for homeowners?
Yes. Posting a job is free.
Will my request be sent to lots of pros?
No. Each job goes to one pro at a time. The first offer is exclusive; it only moves to the next pro if unanswered.
How do pros pay on Lynknester?
Pros join free and pay 15% only on completed jobs. An optional Preferred Listing costs US$99 (C$139, £75, A$149) per month.
Is Lynknester affiliated with Houzz?
No. Houzz is a trademark of its owner. Lynknester is not affiliated with them; we name them only to compare models.
Where do the competitor details come from?
From each company’s public pages and regulators, linked on this page. They can change, so check each platform for current details.
Got a job? Post it free
Free for homeowners. Pros join free and pay 15% only on completed jobs, so they compete on the work, not on buying leads.